Asparagus Chicken Almonds Recipe

A quick and easy 24-minute recipe for delicious Asparagus Chicken with Toasted Almonds! Tender chicken breast is stir-fried with crisp asparagus, crunchy almonds, and a vibrant savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 337.7 kcal
Protein 59g
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Ingredients for Asparagus Chicken Almonds

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How to Make Asparagus Chicken Almonds

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, and 1 cup sliced asparagus. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
  6. Gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of asparagus. Cook for another minute until heated through. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

20g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asparagus Chicken Almonds?

Asparagus Chicken Almonds takes about 34 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 24 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asparagus Chicken Almonds?

Asparagus Chicken Almonds has approximately 337.7 calories per serving, with about 59 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asparagus Chicken Almonds?

The key ingredients for Asparagus Chicken Almonds are Boneless Chicken Breast, Oil, Ginger, Blanched Almond, Stir Fry Vegetables, Chicken Stock. See the full list with measurements above.

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